John Deere 57 vs Simplicity Broadmoor 717
Side-by-side specs comparison
Verdict by the numbers
- The John Deere 57 and the Simplicity Broadmoor 717 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
- The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1968 for the Simplicity Broadmoor 717.
- The Simplicity Broadmoor 717 is heavier: 185 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
- The Simplicity Broadmoor 717 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
Full specs comparison
| John Deere 57 | Simplicity Broadmoor 717 | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 7 HP | 7 HP |
| Production years | 1971–1974 | 1968 |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Weight | 147 kg | 185 kg |
| Drive | 2WD | 2WD |
| Transmission | Gear | Gear |
| Gears (fwd/rev) | 2 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
| Wheelbase | — | 105 cm |
| Length | — | 144 cm |
| Mower deck | 34" | 36" |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 717?
The John Deere 57 and the Simplicity Broadmoor 717 deliver the same power: 7 HP.
Which is more recent, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 717?
The John Deere 57 is the more recent model: production started in 1971, versus 1968 for the Simplicity Broadmoor 717.
Which is heavier, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 717?
The Simplicity Broadmoor 717 is heavier: 185 kg versus 147 kg for the John Deere 57.
Which has the wider mower deck, the John Deere 57 or the Simplicity Broadmoor 717?
The Simplicity Broadmoor 717 has the wider mower deck: 36" versus 34".
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